The city contracted Trapper Jack and his assistant Valerie Jones to remove the nuisance gators out of fear the scaly inhabitants may prove to be a danger to children who fish in the ponds during special events.

Bryant Commons, which is leased by the city, also holds music festivals and events that draw large crowds.

Despite their fierce appearance, Jones said the alligators will not be euthanized but will be relocated 20 to 25 miles from Hinesville.

The group will set up a location for the gators to live at the location.

The catch happened about a week after Hinesville police attempted unsuccessfully to capture another alligator in a pond at the Griffin Park subdivision.